Is It Canadian

Dairy & Frozen

Canadian alternatives to
Breyers and Ben & Jerry's

Currently owned by Unilever (UK/Netherlands)

Ice cream is a category where the Canadian option is often better rather than merely patriotic — several of these are single-plant operations using Canadian dairy.

What to buy instead

  1. Chapman's Ice Cream

    Canadian

    Independent, family-owned, made in Markdale, Ontario. The largest Canadian-owned ice cream maker.

    Owner
    Chapman's Ice Cream (independent)
    Made in
    Markdale, ON

  2. Kawartha Dairy

    Canadian

    Family-run Ontario dairy, widely available in Ontario grocery.

    Owner
    Kawartha Dairy Limited (private)
    Made in
    Bobcaygeon, ON

  3. COWS Creamery

    Canadian

    PEI-made, strongest distribution in Atlantic Canada.

    Owner
    COWS Inc. (private)
    Made in
    PEI

Think we missed a better Canadian option? Suggest one.